Usman Malik

Angestellt, Cloud Native Platform and Components Architect, German Edge Cloud GmbH & Co. KG

Abschluss: MSc Digital Investigation and Forensic Computing, University College Dublin (UCD)

Hamburg, Deutschland

Über mich

A seasoned Engineer, Security Researcher, at the moment working as Cloud Native architect with over a dozen years of experience in a wide range of technical areas, including servers, infrastructure, declarative configurations, GitOps, Containers, Virtualization, SRE, Kubernetes, Open Source, DevOps, Automation, Security, and Forensics / Forensic Investigation. My passion for innovative technology and drive to deliver exceptional solutions. With a diverse skill set that encompasses both cloud and on-premise infrastructure, I bring a unique perspective to the field. I have the ability to seamlessly bridge the gap between development and operations, maximizing the potential of cloud computing. In addition to my technical skills, I am known for my exceptional communication and leadership abilities. I have the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, making me a highly sought-after advisor and team member.

Fähigkeiten und Kenntnisse

Unix
System Administration
Linux
Virtualization
Cloud Solutions
Cloud Computing
Configuration Management
Continuous Integration
Automation
Linux System Administration
Linux Server Administration
Unix System
Python
Bash
scripting languages
Shell Scripting
Monitoring
System Monitoring
Network Monitoring
Nagios
SNMP
Kibana
VMware ESX
VMware ESXi
VMware vCenter
Apache Tomcat
JBoss
Content Management Systems
Nginx
Load Balancing
Failover
Clustermanagement
Serveradministration
IT- Infrastruktur Spezialisten
Systemadministratoren
Netzwerkspezialisten
IT-Consultants
IT-Architekten
Projektmanager
Teamleiter
IT-Infrastruktur
Virtualisierung
VMware
Citrix
XEN
Netzwerk Businesskontakte
Linux-Systemadministration
UNIX-Netzwerkadministration
Docker
Cluster
IT Security
Kubernetes
Network Security
Consulting
GitOps
Engineering
DevOps
Infrastructure
AWS
IT systems
Software Development
Information technology
Forensic
Operations Management
Production engineering
Red Hat Ansible
Red Hat Enterprise
Fitness
Leadership
independent
Responsible
Reliability
Motivation
Mindfulness
Creativity
Humor
Soft Skills
Leadership skills
Team work
Communication skills
Commitment
Friendliness
International experience
Conflict Management
self-management
Analytical skills
willingness to learn
Professional experience
Technical Knowledge
Customer orientation
ability to work under pressure
Conceptual thinking
Fast learner
problem solving skills
High Availability
open minded
Cloud
Cloud Security
Cloud Architecture
Cloud Native

Werdegang

Berufserfahrung von Usman Malik

  • Bis heute 3 Jahre und 3 Monate, seit März 2021

    Cloud Native Platform and Components Architect

    German Edge Cloud GmbH & Co. KG
  • 1 Jahr und 1 Monat, März 2020 - März 2021

    Kubernetes / DevOps Developer / Consultant / Architect

    German Edge Cloud GmbH & Co. KG
  • 5 Monate, Okt. 2019 - Feb. 2020

    Tech Lead Platform

    Risk.Ident GmbH
  • 2 Jahre und 3 Monate, Aug. 2017 - Okt. 2019

    Tech Lead IT Security

    Risk.Ident GmbH
  • 1 Jahr, Sep. 2016 - Aug. 2017

    DevOps Engineer

    Risk.Ident GmbH
  • 6 Monate, Apr. 2016 - Sep. 2016

    System Administrator

    DEGIRO BV

    Storage Arrays, Servers, Firewalls, Network switches and routers (Cisco / HP) Management of Firewalls based on Fortigate Multiple Site-to-Site VPN based on IPSec, Stock Exchange connectivity, Fiber and Cross connects. Distributed Storage based on Open source CEPH Email Server and Spam filtering using Postfix, MailScanner, Spamassassin and Zimbra Network Edition Configuration management & updates using Puppet Central Logging & Management using ELK Stack Financial Trader application servers management.

  • 1 Jahr und 5 Monate, Dez. 2014 - Apr. 2016

    SaaS Production Engineer / Integrator

    Gemalto

    Telecom mobile solutions delivery (OT, Stati, Dynamic Menu Servers & Push Manager),Installing & configuring the software solution on UNIX Solaris OS Linux RedHat,Hardware installation/configuration Storage Array, Server, SAN Switches & Network switches,test and quality plans,patch bundles managing deployment acceptance procedures,Managing & configuring platform clustering with Veritas Cluster Manager,Activity with backup/restore tools Oracle RMAN,NetBackup,Volume management Veritas Storage Foundatio, LVM

  • 1 Jahr und 11 Monate, Dez. 2012 - Okt. 2014

    Senior System Administrator

    Arpatech (Pvt.) Ltd (Advanced Research Projects & Technology)

    Install and Maintain 400+ DMZ environment VMware Server farm, configuration management, continuous integration, custom bash, python and mac os x scripts, single sign on using LDAP and IPA, using Atlassian suite of products, NGINX, Apache and Squid as reverse proxy, High availability, Load balancing using HAProxy, Pacemaker and DRBD. Email servers using DKIM, SPF and Mime, Backups, Monitoring and recovery using Monit, Veeam,Nagios,Kibana and Graylog.

  • 1 Jahr und 5 Monate, Juni 2011 - Okt. 2012

    Linux / UNIX / IT Consultant & Manager Operations

    HS Euro UK Ltd (Rapid Solutions UK)

    Design, develop and implement infrastructures based on Linux/UNIX and Virtualization. Web hosting environment (DMZ) and server hardening, JBoss, Apache Tomcat, NGINX and Apache mixtures. Created tools and managed sales and inventory for Amazon and eBay. Content management systems using Wordpress, Joomla and Opencart and developed websites.

  • 1 Jahr und 11 Monate, Okt. 2010 - Aug. 2012

    Senior Linux (Novell SUSE,Red Hat) Trainer

    Aazam College of Technology

    Training Individuals from Corporate companies and Preparation guidance for RHCE Exam (RH-302) and RHCT On Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 5) and Novel SUSE Exam on SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop and Server. • Certified Novell Administrator (CLA 10 / 11) • Certified Novell Professional (CLP 10 / 11)

  • 2006 - 2008

    Network / System Administrator

    Cafe De Net

    • Managing a Gaming Zone / Internet Cafe with a Linux Server patched with Windows. • Main server was running On Windows changed it to Linux (Red Hat and Fedora). • Secured Windows Workstations with multiple Securities, firewalls and restrictions. • Using CMS developed corporate website for company and intranet entertainment portal.

Ausbildung von Usman Malik

  • 2 Jahre und 2 Monate, Sep. 2017 - Okt. 2019

    Digital Investigation and Forensic Computing

    University College Dublin (UCD)

    Digital Investigation Forensic Computing IT Security

  • 5 Jahre, Jan. 2008 - Dez. 2012

    Information Technology

    NED University of Engineering and Technology

    ICT, Information Technology, Software engineering

Sprachen

  • Englisch

    Muttersprache

  • Deutsch

    Gut

  • Urdu

    Muttersprache

Interessen

Linux
Unix
System Administration
Web Administration
Web Development
Networking
IT-Consulting
Automation
Configuration Management
Continuous Integration
Autmation
Virtualization
Contrainers
Web Security
Linux System Administration
Linux Server Administration
Cluster
Freelancing
IT Security
DevOps
Network Security
Kubernetes
Penetration Testing

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